The course aims to explore cultural and linguistic aspects of up to four modern societies (to be determined each year), and to increase your awareness of cross-cultural issues through exposure to these languages and cultures.

This course offers the tools to decode select topics and aspects of the societies, in order to gain an understanding of the fundamental relationship between language and culture.

Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

On completion of the course, you will be able to:

reflect on the role of language in shaping cultures and identities in the societies studied

demonstrate knowledge of linguistic phenomena present in these societies